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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1901
Page
11
Rat Portage on the Winnipeg River earned its name from a historic portage used by thousands of muskrats traveling between the river and Lake. A waterfall near the outlet blocked the rats, who then diverted around it, creating the noted wrtagé.
Statistics from the silk jury of the Paris exposition show global silk output reaching 610,600,000 francs last year. The United States produced 425,000,000 francs and about 85,000,000 dollars, claiming about 23.44 percent, with Germany following. the US also led in silk ribbon output at roughly 120,000,000 francs.
Mrs Ellenor Guardhouse of Hester Missouri suffered over forty years with sciatic rheumatism deemed incurable. After using Dodd s Kidney Pills she took eight boxes and reports complete relief with no pain for months, doctors once skeptical now amazed.
A group of fifty wealthy English bachelors will settle at St James Long Island. They will build a model club house at high expense and teach local farmers to cultivate fruit and garden produce using scientific methods.
The Lincoln Nebraska Importing Horse Co. promotes a grand lot of Percheron and Shire stallions selected by a traveling company member through England and France. They claim the best European stock, with no US competitors at lower prices. Cash preferred but terms offered to allow payment from earnings if managed well. They seek capable salesmen.
In Ohio authorities revive a long dormant law restricting confinement of native songbirds. In Cincinnati the crackdown led to twenty eight arrests in a single month and thousands of birds were liberated.
An 19th century advertisement offers one hundred dollars for an uncured catarrh case. It features endorsements from West Truax and Walding Marvin druggists and calls Hall's Catarrh Cure a internal blood and mucous system remedy. It notes price per bottle and that testimonials are free.
A historical notice touts Garfield Tea as a cure all for stomach liver kidneys and bowels, claiming it cleanses the system purifies the blood and removes rheumatism and chronic diseases. It asserts high reputation and doctor endorsement to boost Christmas cheer.
The Windsor shipments from Dublin Castle reveal Queen Victoria’s orders in Treland largely consisted of gifts for wounded soldiers. The artifacts indicate royal concern for recovering servicemen and show official channels distributing aid through the castle to Windsor.
An old advertisement claims Allen's Foot-Base relieves swollen burning sweating and corns bunions. It urges readers to ask druggists and shoe stores for the powder to shake into shoes and offers a free sample by mail from Allen S Olmsted LeRoy New York.
A patient faces a dental visit to have a tooth pulled, illustrating the courage involved in routine care and oral health treatment.
A head end crash on the Illinois Central between Irene and Perryville Illinois on December 15 kills and injuries many as conductor failure is blamed. Trains No 4 and a Chicago freight plunged into a shallow cut under 20 below zero. passengers and crew perished or burned while survivors fought flames for hours before rescue arrived.
Reports say Ellen M. Stone and Mme Tsilka endure captivity with brigands awaiting winter, demanding one dollar and negotiating via Mr Dickinson. Brigands claim their act serves a sacred cause, refuse to lower ransom, and discussions reach Washington for potential ultimatum to Bulgaria.
Bert Kellar of the county clerk office Wichita Kansas reports a New York mail containing articles about Narry Ilume heir to the Lord Ilume estate of Scotland. Lord George Hume’s holdings are valued at one to two million dollars. Mrs McCormick of Jersey City alleges kinship and stands to receive half the estate with the remainder split among Mrs Monroe James Hume and Harry Hume as cousins.
A December 15 blaze in Salem West Virginia wiped out the city’s business district, destroying 56 houses and stores. The fire, starting in a newspaper office, spread before water could be supplied due to extreme cold, causing an estimated $200000 in damage with little insurance.
Police say a man captured with a companion near Jefferson City Tennessee is the prime suspect in the Knoxville police shooting, identified as Harvey Logan and possibly linked to the Montana train robbery. The companion gives the name Wilson but authorities believe he is Harvey Longbaugh.
Royal proclamation read aloud at the Royal Exchange amid rain as the Lord Mayor and sheriffs in robes led the crowd. The date June 26, 1902 was declared for the coronation with three cheers, God Save the King, and the national anthem.
An iron road accident near Essex in the Rocky Mountains on November 15 left eight dead and fourteen injured as cars derailed after rail spread. The engine mail car and smoker stayed on track while the day coach burned briefly before passengers extinguished the flames.
Henry Hakenholz, South Omaha saloon keeper, is alive but uncertain to recover after being shot by three men in masks at 30th and X streets. Police arrest Dennis McGovern and Frank St. Clair based on a witness identifying them as present. A masked gunman fired after an attempted weapon grab, the bullet piercing the owner's chest and likely the right lung.
Orlando Baker son of Ty and Mrs Baker of Iremont died from a gunshot while riding with Roland Hill to load straw. The boys expected to shoot game. A gun discharged in the wagon injuring his left arm, the hammer likely caused by wagon movement.
J. W. Lineher of Medicine Lodge Kansas was among David Nation's attorneys in the recent divorce case in Wichita Kansas. Mr Nation and Mrs Nation have left Medicine Lodge. Nation sold his house and rented hers. Nation has gone to Neosho county and may spend time visiting relatives. Mrs Nation plans to devote time to festering. A large audience was not reported.
A freight train on the Pennsylvania railroad traversing a bridge over Lycoming creek between Williamsport and Newberry collapsed in high water. Three lives were lost and rescuers could not reach the bodies due to swollen streams and washouts blocking rail traffic.
In Salina Kansas a district court jury awarded farmer Thomas Molines $240 against Union Pacific Railroad for seventeen acres of wheat destroyed by a spark from the company engine. The case may be appealed.
Pioneer settler Thomas Gogatin, about fifty, single man, was found frozen to death December 13 near the windmill on his Lindsay area farm. He had left Lindsay after midnight, reported to have been drinking heavily before the cold tragedy.
The Austrian emperor holds the most noble titles among European sovereigns, with imperial crown privileges and nine regal titles. He is styled as grand duke and grand prince in various forms and may be addressed as count or lord in several capacities.
The piece touts longer life due to better living and medical progress over fifty years, highlighting Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a cure for headache stomach trouble indigestion nerves sleep and fever and ague. It urges readers to try the remedy.
A curious proverb-like line notes that a man who shaves himself always ends up in a scrape. The quip implies self-reliance leads to trouble and reflects playful moralizing common in period humor.
The Handsomest Calendar of the season in ten colors features six paintings by Moran reproduced on six sheets. Issued by the General Passenger Department of the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul Railway and sent on receipt of twenty five cents. Address Fr Miller General Passenger Agent Chicago. Ive may have had her faults but she was never overdressed.
Brightest and fastest dye sold by druggists at 10 cents per package. A wry note on human nature follows, claiming every man carries at least one shallow spot despite depth.
Cure feverishness bad stomach testing disorders move and regulate bowels and destroy worms. Over 30 000 testimonials. At all druggists 25c. Sampler free address Alien Olmsted LeRoy NY.
Nine leading British steamship companies reported a net profit of 4960000 dollars in 1899, an increase from 4743000 dollars in 1898, reflecting steadier profits in the shipping sector.
A festive figure asks for three great gifts Health Wealth and Happiness He receives Garfield Tea which is said to bring Good Health promote Happiness and enable the pursuit of Wealth in the story.
A terse directive urges focus on concrete actions rather than wandering, urging steady work patterns and decisive steps. The emphasis is on practical tasks, avoiding hesitancy or procrastination.
An advertisement proclaims Defiance Cold Water Starch as best with 16 ounce quantity for 10 cents while noting rival brands offer only 12 ounces. The copy emphasizes quality and price advantage to persuade customers.
A short, fragmented reader letter from Minneapolis Minnesota dated January 6 1900 warns against asking favors before meals and praises Piso's Cure as a cough remedy while offering general thoughts on seeking sympathy when asking for advice.
An old advertisement touts a 3 ounce Ball Blue laundry product for 5 cents claiming high quality. It mixes odd lines about caressing salad and a wizard oil joke while urging readers to ask their druggist about thermometers and monitoring temperatures.
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